What is better, a bank, or a mortgage broker? And, the most important question: which one will cost you more? A mortgage broker is the person who sits between...
Should You Go Direct to a Bank or Use a Mortgage Broker?
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How You Can Get Your Mortgage Application Approved, First Time
You’ve got the deposit, you’ve found the house you want, but have you made your mortgage application perfect? Banks want to give you money. They really do....
Will High Inflation Affect My KiwiSaver?
When you set up your KiwiSaver targets and goals, you need to account for inflation, or risk not having enough money when you retire. What is Inflation?...
How does high inflation affect interest rates?
High inflation means your life is about to get more expensive in every way. And, that includes your mortgage interest rates. Yes, it sucks. The rate of...
How to make smart spending choices: Quality vs Cost
Quality vs Cost: How to Spend Your Money Wisely Being poor is really expensive. Being poor inevitably leads to further poverty. Imagine that your car fails...
A Basic Guide for Income Investing
The word ‘investing’ might sound intimidating, but it doesn’t need to be. You can start investing to increase your income today, with as little as one cent....
How to Minimise Financial Risk
How to Minimise Your Financial Risks and Plan for the Unplannable Are you taking risks that could lead to financial disaster? There are a range of financial...
How Lifestyle Creep Can Sabotage Your Savings
Have you ever had a pay rise that just seemed to disappear the minute it hit your bank account? You’re the victim of lifestyle creep, a phenomenon that will...
Making Your Financial New Year Resolution? Do This One Thing First
This past year came with more than its fair share of drama and challenges. It’s time to take a look back and reflect on your financial goals. For many of us,...
How To Avoid Overspending This Christmas
That’s not sleigh bells you hear jingling, it’s the last few coins rattling around in your piggybank. Christmas, the most marvellous time of the year....